Glycerol Prescribing at THE WESTGATE PRACTICE

Laxatives | Gastro-Intestinal System

Items (12m)

104

Total Quantity

2,403

NHS Cost

£376

vs National Avg

+196.5%

THE WESTGATE PRACTICE prescribed 104 items of Glycerol over the last 12 months at a cost of £376 to the NHS. This is 196.5% above the national average prescribing rate. Glycerol is classified under Laxatives in the BNF.

Monthly Prescribing Trend

Jun 2026

Prescribing Details

Total Items	104
Total Quantity	2,403
Total NHS Cost	£376
Presentations	3 different forms
vs National Average	+196.5%

Glycerol Prescribing Comparison

This practice	104 items
National average per practice	35 items
Difference	+196.5% vs national average

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Data sourced from NHSBSA English Prescribing Dataset, CQC, and GP Patient Survey. Prescribing data does not indicate quality of care. Higher prescribing rates may reflect patient demographics. Always consult your GP for medical advice.